We’re beyond excited for Hoop & Stick Con 2025. We couldn’t make this incredible event happen without the support of our amazing sponsors! Their generosity helps us create the best experience and raise even more money for Extra Life. Let’s meet the incredible businesses supporting this year’s convention!

Platinum Sponsor: Arcane Wonders

We’re thrilled to have Arcane Wonders as our Platinum Sponsor for Hoop & Stick Con 2025! Their Project Manager Dustin Wessel will be running games all weekend in the Great Hall! Known for creating world-renowned board games such as Onitama and Sheriff of Nottingham, Arcane Wonders brings high-quality, innovative games to the tabletop gaming world. Each night of the convention we will be highlighting ito.  The game has sold over 350,000 copies worldwide! Arcane Wonders released the English language edition in January 2025. ito is a cooperative game where you and your friends will each get your own secret number you then have to try to put in order as a group based on the clues you give related to the chosen theme. Learn more about ito and all that Arcane Wonders has to offer on their website.

Gold Onsite Sponsor: FlexiPals Toy Shop

Shout-out to FlexiPals Toy Shop, our Gold Onsite Sponsor, for their contribution to Hoop & Stick Con 2025! FlexiPals is a small, family-run business spearheaded by Ben Prater, located in the beautiful front-range mountains of Colorado. Their goal is to provide eco-friendly, unique, high-quality 3D printed fidget “pals”!” Whether you’re shopping for the perfect gift or seeking unique collectibles, FlexiPals has something for everyone. Ben created Itty Bitty Raven Pals for each attendee, along with a 3D printed, folding travel dice tower. Alongside his generous support, his employer, Oracle, will match $1,000 of his donation which means even more money going to Extra Life!

Gold Saturday Dinner Sponsor: Condado Tacos

We can’t wait for Saturday night, especially with Condado Tacos joining us as our Gold Saturday Dinner Sponsor! Condado is most known for their build-your-own tacos, legendary queso, and options for every dietary need. Founded in Columbus, Ohio in 2014, Condado is recognized for its vibrant murals and focus on sustainability. Find the Condado closest to you on their website. 🌮

Gold Sponsor: Steve Jackson Games

We’re proud to have Steve Jackson Games as a Gold Sponsor for Hoop & Stick Con 2025! SJG has been creating innovative and exciting games since 1980. We’ll be joined by Katie Duffy for gaming sessions during the onsite event and are excited to spotlight one of their newest releases: Last Shot! But don’t fear – if you are a Steve Jackson Games fan, you have a chance to win a huge haul at Hoop & Stick Con Online! The Steve Jackson Games Bundle has nine games and if you’re the winning bidder, Steve Jackson Games will ship the bundle right to you! Learn more about Steve Jackson Games on their website.

Silver Pub Sponsor: Saucy Brew Works

Saucy Brew Works, our Silver Pub Sponsor, is returning for the third consecutive year! The Raven’s Roost Pub is transformed into The Saucy Raven Pub for the weekend and our guests love the tastings hosted by Matt Goshert. Known for their creative, quality brews and a welcoming atmosphere, Saucy Brew Works is a favorite in the craft beer scene. This year we are excited to offer Ralph’s Lager on tap. This approachable, American lager will be available after the convention concludes so make sure you plan your spring getaways accordingly! Cheers! 🍺

Silver Coffee Sponsor: Many Worlds Tavern

Our Silver Coffee Sponsor, Many Worlds Tavern, is an online coffee, tea, and gaming company dedicated to serving game nights and adventuring parties everywhere! Many Worlds Tavern will be fueling Hoop & Stick Con attendees all weekend long! Every month, Many Worlds Tavern roasts a new coffee, curates a new tea, creates new D&D content, collaborates with a new artist, and donates to a new gaming-related nonprofit. That’s on top of the 20+ brewable drinks and trove of merch they offer every other day of the year! To see what they have brewing, check out their website. 

Silver Mead Sponsor: McAlpine Meadery

We are elated to offer the first order from McAlpine Meadery at Hoop & Stick Con 2025. McAlpine Meadery is located in Beach City, Ohio and has mead available at a variety of stores across the state. As the meadery is under new ownership, the new owner, Jess, will join us onsite for a tasting on Friday night. One of the original owners/mead makers himself, Jeremiah, has come back to the meadery in the capacity of official Mead Wizard. With flavors like Cranberry, Sour Apple-Cherry, Strawberry, and Wicked Peach, there is something for everyone at McAlpine.

Silver Library Sponsor: Paizo

We are thrilled to have Paizo sponsor the Library for Hoop & Stick Con 2025! Paizo is the publisher of the award-winning Pathfinder and Starfinder roleplaying games, as well as numerous board games and accessories. In the 15+ years since its founding, Paizo has received more than 100 major awards. We’ll be highlighting Elemental Stones and sessions of Starfinder throughout the weekend! As of earlier this month, GM applications are now open for this summer’s major conventions with Paizo. Learn more on their website!

Silver Cocktail Menu Sponsor: The Green Dragon Inn

The Green Dragon Inn is a medieval themed board game bar and café located in Akron, Ohio. The Inn offers 750+ games, a full menu, and rotating drink selections. Pair that with a massive event calendar and private room rentals and it is a perfect day trip! The Green Dragon Inn is our Silver Cocktail Menu Sponsor and we’re excited to feature The Green Dragon Mimosa. This mimosa will be available throughout the year for you to enjoy during your next stay!

Silver Drawing Room Sponsor: Misty Mountain Gaming

Misty Mountain Gaming has been a long time supporter of Hoop & Stick Con. Founded in 2018, MMG is a veteran owned and operated company from the southeastern US. They have grown from humble beginnings to become one of the largest dice companies in the world, traveling to over a hundred conventions around the globe each year! Known for their high-quality dice and gaming accessories, Misty Mountain Gaming brings a touch of craftsmanship and adventure to every roll. Check out what they have to offer on their website!

Silver Spirits Sponsor: Watershed Distillery

Watershed Distillery is the Spirits Sponsor of Hoop & Stick Con 2025! Based out of Columbus, the distillery has a great lineup of craft spirits, all made with a focus on quality ingredients. Their dedication to local sourcing and sustainable practices makes them a perfect fit for our event. To get a taste of what Watershed offers, attendees can order a specialty flight during the weekend! Justin Harmon will be joining us onsite for a special tasting, bringing his expertise to enhance the experience.

Bronze Sponsors: Chessex Dice, Fireside Games, Country Hearth Bed & Breakfast, and Ohio Road Trips

• Chessex Dice: Chessex makes high-quality dice that are affordable for all gamers, because you can never have too many dice! Their custom dice orders make for great gifts and favors at parties. Learn more on their website!
• Fireside Games: Fireside Games has been creating fun, innovative, accessible board games that everyone can enjoy since 2007. If you want to meet the founders of Fireside Games and playtest their newest game Please Don’t Burn My Village!, check out our latest event announcement.
• Country Hearth Bed & Breakfast: This historic home located in the heart of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and has welcomed guests since 1997 and has a collection of 200+ board games! The guest rooms are all on the second floor. Each room is uniquely decorated and has its own private bathroom and three have whirlpool tubs.
• Ohio Road Trips: Brandy Gleason from Ohio Road Trips has supported our convention for two years. With 1 million+ members on the Ohio Road Trips Facebook group, we are able to promote the event and online auction to a huge audience of travelers.

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